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With spring in swing + winter well behind us, it’s time to say “out with the old.” In the spirit of spring cleaning, we’ve rounded up a few Lakeland organizations that accept donated items and help locals in need.
Clothing
- Lighthouse Ministries relies on proceeds from its thrift stores to provide a place to stay for individuals experiencing homelessness, so donate your clothes and home goods.
- Have designer women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories? Donate them to a Top Buttons boutique. Proceeds benefit the Wearing Confidence Program, which provides clothing to career seekers.
Childcare
- The Dream Center of Lakeland accepts childcare supplies, hygiene items, and clothing, plus unopened, unexpired food for parents in need.
- The Women’s Resource Center in Winter Haven provides clothes and diapers to families dealing with emergency situations.
Homegoods
- Lakeland Habitat for Humanity uses donated equipment and furniture to build homes — it’s a great option if you have leftovers from a past project.
- One More Child accepts cooking and baking supplies, household items, and mattresses that can be reused.
- Bring twin-sized bedding, towels, and cleaning products to Talbot House Ministries, which provides shelter for 120+ people each night.
Large hauls
- The Salvation Army accepts car donations and offers furniture pickups.
- If you’ve got a vehicle you need to get off your hands, the Red Cross also takes car donations.
- Goodwill-Suncoast is always looking for small appliances and furniture — proceeds from the Lakeland thrift store help provide employment services.
Blood
- Don’t have much to get rid of this year? OneBlood is always in need if you are able to donate.
Know of any other great organizations to donate your spring clean-outs to? Let us know.
